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Linda Howell: Three smiling individuals at an RMHC Bay Area event, standing indoors with name tags visible.

01 Aug Celebrating Community Champion Linda Howell: A Legacy of Dedication and Service

Posted at 08:54h in Board of Directors, Mission Moments

With decades of dedication to RMHC Bay Area, longtime supporter and RMHC Bay Area Board Member, Linda Howell, has become a beacon of philanthropy and service, inspiring others with her...

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VISUAL: Quote from George Harris on a colorful background stating Black History is American History, featured by RMHC Bay Area. READS: “Black History is American History. It’s about moving into the present with a better vision for the future.” — George Harris, Guest Service Associate at RMHC Bay Area

19 Jun Beyond February – Why We Serve: Spotlight on RMHC Bay Area Team Member, George Harris

Posted at 09:11h in Diversity Matters, Why We Serve

Meet George, an essential Guest Service Associate at our Oakland House. George’s background spans two decades with experience in corporate software sales, as well as a five-year career as a...

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Ruby Hill Hike-for-a-Cause: Large group of people wearing yellow Team RMHC shirts posing outdoors at a park with hiking gear and picnic tables.

29 May Ruby Hill Hike-for-a-Cause: A Community Success!

Posted at 08:34h in Board of Directors, Mission Moments

This past weekend, the Ruby Hill community donned their bright yellow Team RMHC shirts and transformed Pleasanton Ridge into a vibrant sea of support for Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay...

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Brennan: Close-up of smiling boy in blue shirt holding a football with thank you text overlay on grass background.

16 May Brennan’s Story — The Best Experience You Never Want

Posted at 09:28h in Family Feature, Homepage Families, Latest News, Oakland

When 5-year-old, Brennan was diagnosed with a brain tumor after suffering from seizures. This family’s world changed in a matter of seconds, but from the moment they got the news...

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Portrait of Porsche Gordon with welcome message announcing her as Vice President of Advancement at RMHC Bay Area.

03 May Press Release: Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area Welcomes Porsche Gordon as Vice President of Advancement

Posted at 07:43h in Announcements, Latest News, Press Releases, Staff, Staff Picks

Palo Alto, CA, May 03, 2024 - Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area (RMHC Bay Area) is proud to announce the appointment of Porsche Gordon as its new vice president...

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Smiling woman in plaid shirt standing behind a bingo game setup at RMHC with festive decor in the background.

18 Apr Celebrating Legacy Volunteer Janine: Bringing Smiles to Families, One Bingo Night at a Time

Posted at 08:38h in Volunteers, Why We Serve

In the heart of every vibrant community, there are those individuals whose selfless acts of kindness shape the lives of others in profound ways. Among these individuals is Janine, a...

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Oakland Marathon: Group of smiling RMHC race participants in yellow shirts posing with medals in front of event banner.

22 Mar Team RMHC Makes Strides at Oakland Marathon

Posted at 13:45h in Announcements, Events, Oakland, Oakland Events

We’re thrilled to share RMHC Bay Area’s participation in the Oakland Marathon as a proud sponsor of the Celebration Village. With a dedicated team of 17 runners under #TeamRMHC, raising...

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Chadwick D. Spell and Dr. Chris Wachira smiling while seated outdoors, with RMHC name tags and roles displayed at the bottom of the image.

06 Mar Beyond February: Dr. Chris Wachira’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at RMHC Bay Area

Posted at 09:28h in Board of Directors, Diversity Matters, Why We Serve

Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area is proud to welcome Dr. Chris Wachira as one of our newest board members. ...

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Shy and Family: Smiling mother and two daughters sitting in tall grass, all wearing denim shirts and white tops during an outdoor photo session.

29 Feb Celebrating Black History Month: Spotlight on RMHC Bay Area Team Member, Shyaun Brown

Posted at 09:23h in Diversity Matters, Why We Serve

At RMHC Bay Area, every staff member plays a crucial role in creating a nurturing environment for families facing challenging times. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are the foundation to...

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Two green Shamrock Shakes with whipped cream and red-striped straws on a table in front of a McDonald’s wall sign.

16 Feb Bay Area McDonald’s® Owners/Operators Donate Shamrock Shake and McFlurry Proceeds to Help Sick Kids and Families

Posted at 08:55h in Announcements, Latest News, McDonald's, Press Releases

Continuing their 45-year legacy of fundraising support for RMHC Bay Area, local McDonald’s Owner/Operators are donating 25 cents from each Shamrock Shake and OREO Shamrock McFlurry to help provide critically...

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